Family, friends remember Chaqita Stanley in Bolivar
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Family and friends gathered at a local park to remember the life of a loved one. "They were just all my babies. We used to stay all night…
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Walmart expands abortion coverage for employees
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart, the nation’s largest employer, is expanding its abortion coverage for employees after staying largely mum on the issue following the Supreme Court ruling that scrapped a nationwide right to abortion. FILE - A…
Customers line up for chance to win free year of pizza
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Pizza Hut has officially opened on South Highland in Jackson. To mark the day, they held a giveaway for their first 25 customers. A few customers, like…
Jackson's LANA community hosts yard sale
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local residents have gotten together in the LANA area to shop and build community. Diana Cotten is a new resident of the community and the business owner of the Jackson Pride Commercial and Residential Cleaning. She decided…
Volleyball team gets training from fire department
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Union University Volleyball team stepped into the shoes of the Jackson Fire Department on Friday to practice working as a team. "Teach them some team dynamics,…
Lane College official receives award
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Lane College representative has been awarded for his service. According to a news release, Atty. Richard Donnell, who has served as the Senior Advisor to the President at Lane College, was awarded the Harold Love Outstanding…
Details emerge on arrest of Madison Co. Judge Harvey, court date set
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A court date has been set for a local judge. Madison County General Sessions Court Judge Hugh Harvey, Jr. has been arrested on two charges. The first being driving under the influence, and the second being possession…
Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris reflects on 15 years of service as term ends
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local mayor is reaching the end of his term. Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris says he has always had an interest and been involved in politics.…
Suspects sought after burglary of Jackson convenience store
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities are searching for suspects after the burglary of a convenience store in Jackson. According to Crime Stoppers, the BP located on East Chester Street was broken into around 1 a.m. on Friday. Officers with the…
WBBJ says 'goodbye' to anchor/reporter Conley Grayson Norris
Conley Grayson Norris joined the WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News team in August 2020. Since then, Conley Grayson has told countless stories throughout the community and helped kick off the day with a good start…
Apple warns of security flaw for iPhones, iPads and Macs
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple disclosed serious security vulnerabilities for iPhones, iPads and Macs that could potentially allow attackers to take complete control of these devices. FILE - People shop at an Apple Store in Beijing,…
United Way marks 80 years with annual Unitas
JACKSON, Tenn. -- United Way of West Tennessee celebrated 80 years of service at the Carl Perkins Civic Center on Thursday. "We call this event Unitas. Unitas is Latin for…
David Cook, LOLO headline local concert
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two powerful music talents team up to entertain fans at local concert. Jackson native artist, songwriter, actress, composer and activist LOLO was the opening performer for the Thursday night's concert held at Hub City Brewing in…
Decatur County Fair carnival opens for attendees
DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- It was opening night for the carnival at the Decatur County Fair. Fair attendees could experience it all. There are rides, including the Ring of Fire and the…
35 inmates achieve their own diploma, certificate
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- CoreCivic says 35 inmates have achieved their own diploma or certificate. On Thursday, CoreCivic says the inmates from the CoreCivic's Whiteville Correctional Facility attended a graduation ceremony, with 15 people earning their high school equivalency diploma,…
